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Reed Stem,Cold rain soaking the back, or exposure to wind and cold, leading to a cold cough that triggers wheezing upon exposure to cold or loud noises.

Formulas Name : Reed Stem

Chinese Name : 芦筒

Drug Formulation

5 fen of Buddha’s Ear Herb, 5 fen of Tussilago flower, 3 fen of Goose-Tube Stone, 3 fen of Realgar.

Source

From *Xingyuan*, Volume 5.

Processing

Grind each of the above herbs into a fine powder.

Benefits

Cold rain soaking the back, or exposure to wind and cold, leading to a cold cough that triggers wheezing upon exposure to cold or loud noises.

Instructions for Use

First, spread cooked mugwort on a sheet of paper; divide the above herbs into portions of 3 fen each; use a reed tube to create a pipe; burn it to produce smoke and inhale it into the mouth; sip warm tea 1–2 times; use each 1-fen portion for 3–4 nights of inhalation. Stop inhalation as soon as the cough subsides slightly.

Note

This formula should not be used in cases of nosebleeds or heat-induced coughs.

Reed Stem,From *Xingyuan*, Volume 5.,Cold rain soaking the back, or exposure to wind and cold, leading to a cold cough that triggers wheezing upon exposure to cold or loud noises.

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